Journal of neurology, neurosurgery, and psychiatry
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Headache or neck pain is a frequent symptom of spontaneous cervical artery dissection (sCAD). ⋯ Pain may be the only symptom in sCAD, even when multiple arteries are dissected. Pain topography, dynamics, quality and intensity were heterogeneous. Data from this study lend support to recommendations favouring imaging studies of the cervical arteries in patients with new-onset unexplained headache or neck pain.
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J. Neurol. Neurosurg. Psychiatr. · Sep 2006
Case ReportsChronic spinal cord stimulation in medically intractable orthostatic tremor.
Orthostatic tremor with its sense of unsteadiness when standing may have a devastating effect on affected persons. Currently, there are no other treatment options in those who do not respond or who do not tolerate medical treatment. ⋯ The results of this pilot study indicate that SCS may be an option in patients with otherwise intractable orthostatic tremor.
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J. Neurol. Neurosurg. Psychiatr. · Aug 2006
Randomized Controlled TrialA pilot randomised controlled trial of a home-based exercise programme aimed at improving endurance and function in adults with neuromuscular disorders.
To investigate the feasibility and effect of a home-based exercise programme on walking endurance, muscle strength, fatigue and function in people with neuromuscular disorders (NMDs). ⋯ A home-based approach aimed at improving endurance in adults with NMDs is feasible and further investigation on a larger sample is warranted.
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J. Neurol. Neurosurg. Psychiatr. · Aug 2006
Comparative StudyEthnic differences in syringomyelia in New Zealand.
To determine the prevalence of syringomyelia in a defined population in New Zealand and measure the prevalence of syringomyelia in the three main ethnic groups (Maori, Pacific people and Caucasians/others) living in this region. ⋯ The prevalence of syringomyelia is higher in northern New Zealand than in studies carried out before the advent of magnetic resonance imaging. The prevalence is particularly high in Maori and Pacific people. The cause of the ethnic differences in the prevalence of syringomyelia identified in this study is unexplained and warrants further investigation.